By World War II, cheese production in Wales had nearly ceased, run out of business by large cheese-making factories in England. Fortunately for us, there has been a revival of old ways by a new generation of cheese makers. They have saved Caerphilly (the only traditional Welsh cheese made today) from the factory-made processed form it had become in England, and restored it to its original farmhouse character. Now, they are creating other fine cheeses such as Red Dragon, also known as Y-Fenni. This smooth, firm, tasty cheddar is made with Welsh brown ale and mustard seeds. Red Dragon is a buttery and spicy cheese with plenty of bite, but is not too hot. Not only do the mustard seeds give Red Dragon its marvelous flavor, but also its texture. The brown ale makes the cheese moist and tangy. Red Dragon is aged for three months, made from cow's milk, and is vegetarian. Serve as a table cheese or melted on toast with dark ale-- or try a Shiraz, if you prefer wine.

Awesome English pub cheese with crunchy tiny mustard seeds. Hard to find, and you will be glad you did.

By Georgia Russofrom Castleton NYon Oct 01, 2015

Try Dragon Cheese

This cheese is awesome, filled with little crunchy mustard seeds. You don't need anything else with this one. Lots of companies don't carry this one, but it is truly awesome. Thank you, iGourmet!

By Laurafrom Wilmington NCon Jun 21, 2014

Red Dragon cheese from igourmet is perfect!!!

I ordered this cheese from igourmet with some hesitation but everything went smoothly. It arrived in good condition, right on time, and tasted delicious. I like this cheese in particular because the mustard seeds promote digestion which counters the tendency to get constipated after eating cheese. Also, it's the best price that I have found yet so I will definitely be ordering some more.

By Michaelfrom Italy, Texason Feb 15, 2014

Smooth texture, with a bite!

I love this cheese, it has a smooth texture with a sharp bite of mustard, that the mustard seeds give a pleasant pop on the tongue. This is by far my favorite cheese, and I was very pleased to find a reliable source of it. I personally buy it in the whole wheels, then but it into wedges, and vacuum seal the wedges until I get them. Goes wonderfully with wine, and makes a great snack, or even a meal when served with crackers and fruit.

By Debrafrom Michiganon Dec 17, 2011

Fabulous!

My husband and I had this in our cheese display at our wedding reception last March. I ordered a wheel for our Christmas Party and it was definately a hit! Thank you for supplying this amazing cheese fast and with food safe packaging.

By Jasonfrom Indyon Jan 14, 2011

Cheese the bites back

Still an amazing cheese, the mustard seeds pack in a lot of sharp bite, and the ale completes the flavor.

By CLKfrom Marylandon Dec 29, 2010

WHOLE WHEEL WITH RED WRAP A MUST FOR CHRISTMAS TABLE

The Welsh Cheddar base is creamy, mustard seeds and ale add delicious, distinctive flavor. Whole wheels of red wax wrapped Red Dragon and green wax wrapped Tintern with chives and shallots were highly decorative for Christmas party and again as appetizers before Christmas dinner.